Cluster People & Culture Manager

Company DescriptionJoin us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleaguesHospitality is a work of heart,Join us and become a Heartist®.Job DescriptionWe're seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Cluster People & Culture Manager to join our team in Novotel Bur Dubai, Ibis Styles Sharjah, Action Hotels Ras Al Khaimah. As the driving force behind our organization's most valuable asset – our people – you'll play a crucial role in shaping our company culture, fostering employee engagement, and aligning our workforce with our business goals.Develop and implement comprehensive People & Culture strategies that support our organization's mission and valuesLead full-cycle recruitment processes, from job posting to onboarding, ensuring we attract and retain top talentDesign and oversee employee development programs, including training initiatives and career progression plansManage performance evaluation processes, promoting a culture of continuous feedback and growthCollaborate with leadership to address workforce planning needs and optimize organizational structureChampion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organizationEnsure compliance with local labor laws and regulations. Develop and maintain People & Culture policies, procedures, and best practicesOversee employee relations, conflict resolution, and workplace investigationsImplement and manage employee engagement and recognition programsAnalyze People & Culture metrics and provide data-driven insights to inform decision-makingManage the People & Culture budget and resources effectivelyDevelop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with UAE labor laws and company standardsLead recruitment efforts to attract and retain top talent aligned with our organizational cultureDesign and deliver comprehensive onboarding and training programs for new hiresEstablish and manage performance management systems and employee engagement initiativesPartner with leadership to design organizational structure and succession plansOversee employee relations, compliance, payroll, and benefits administrationDrive initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organizationFacilitate continuous learning and professional development opportunities for all employeesFacilitate training and coach the teamCollaborate with facilities management to ensure a safe and comfortable work environmentChampion the company's culture and values, ensuring all people practices reinforce our brand promiseAnalyze HR metrics and provide data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-makingStay current with HR trends and best practices, implementing innovative solutions to enhance employee experienceQualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldMinimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a multinational corporate settingStrong knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR best practicesExcellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skillsProven experience in developing and implementing HR strategies and policiesProficiency in HR information systems and analytics toolsDemonstrated success in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance managementExperience in managing diversity and inclusion initiativesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentExcellent organizational and time management skillsFluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plusAdditional InformationStrong interpersonal and problem solving abilitiesPrevious experience in shisha lounge is an assetFluency in English , additional languages are a plus